Israeli Citizens whose Parents are Temporarily Working Abroad

A son or daughter of parents who are temporarily working abroad are not entitled to a Son/Daughter of Emigrants status.

A citizen who is a son or daughter of parents who are temporarily working abroad is entitled to a deferral for the purpose of completing high school.

In order to obtain this deferral, the following are required:

1. Original Israeli passport
2. The original passports of both parents, regardless of nationality
   This is for minors only (citizens uner the age of 18).
3. Registration for an Israeli National Abroad Form - Completed and signed
4. Registration and Personal Request Form for Overseas Personnel for Military Service - Completed and signed
5. Request for Defer Reporting for Military Service Form.- Completed and signed
6. An original letter from the applicant's high school, addressed to the Consulate General of Israel confirming that he or she studied there as a full-time student. The letter should indicate the dates the student has studied there, and when he or she is expected to graduate. A transcript will not be accepted.
7. A copy of a document indicating the citizen has legal status in the U.S.
   i.e.: U.S. passport, resident card, or U.S. visa

Be advised, if an Israeli citizen and his or her parents decide to emigtate to the U.S. following the parents' temporary employment, the date on which the parents' service ends will be the date from which it will be determined if that citizen is entitled to a Son/Daughter of Emigrants status.

Note: A minor must have BOTH parents sign all forms in front of a Consular employee or a notary public.

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